Rockstar Games Announces New 'Red Dead Redemption' Upgrade for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and More

Rockstar Games has officially announced a new, enhanced re-release of its classic Western epic, Red Dead Redemption. Following leaks from age rating classifications, the company confirmed the upgrade with a new trailer and blog post, detailing its release across a wide array of modern platforms.

This new version of the game is slated for release on December 2nd for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android. The title will also be available to Netflix subscribers as part of their membership, playable on mobile devices.

In a surprising move, Rockstar announced that this new, native version will be a free upgrade for many existing owners. Those who own the 2023 digital re-release on PS4 or the original digital Xbox 360 version will receive the enhanced current-gen version at no extra cost. Furthermore, save files from the PS4 and Switch versions can be carried over.

This upgraded release will include all Game of the Year Edition content, featuring the beloved Undead Nightmare expansion. However, similar to the 2023 re-release, it will not include the original's online multiplayer mode.

The new ports boast significant graphical and performance improvements. Both the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are confirmed to run at 60 frames per second at up to 4K resolution, complete with enhanced visuals and HDR support.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version will also feature 60FPS, HDR, and will utilize DLSS to maintain high resolutions. This version will even support mouse controls through the new Joycons.

This project was a collaborative effort between Rockstar Games, Double Eleven (who handled the PS4 and Switch 1 ports), and Cast Iron Games.